14 applications that can improve the Linux desktop experience

14 applications that can improve the Linux desktop experience

Changing to Ubuntu or other popular Linux releases not only changes the operating methods of the operating system, but also requires applications that can support your work.

In this article, I will share some of my selection of essential applications and how to use them effectively in my daily work.

Routine Application

Generally, when it comes to applications on the Linux desktop, I always divide these applications into two categories: Frequently Used and some other applications. Below I will introduce some of my daily applications.

1) Firefox-sometimes I use other browsers, but recently Firefox has become a friend I can trust for a long time. Reliable, secure, and cross-platform, Firefox completely meets my daily surfing needs.

In addition to accessing bookmarks and WEB pages, I also rely on Firefox to handle my various work deployed on LAN servers, such as Plex, Zoneminder, router/WEB application firewall, and my file server. All of these can be accessed using Firefox.

2) Parcelite-if I don't have a decent clipboard manager, I can't start working, at least for me, you can't find any shortcomings in Parcelite under GNOME. Easy to use, easy to access, and it provides many useful options. The Parcelite options include hotkey setting and space processing. Although there are already many clipboard managers, it is difficult to beat Parcelite.

3) Bittorrent Sync-I have used various open-source alternatives for file synchronization, but they need to be further developed before the official release. It should be said that Bittorrent Synchas never disappointed me. It is simple and convenient to run and install. Thanks to the implementation of the New GUI, Bittorrent Sync allows me to quickly transmit Huge video files from one machine to another, instead of wasting time synchronizing a large number of files to the cloud ".

I also found that it is the best way to share large files with others, while keeping the IP address and directory hidden. Despite the many alternatives, I am still firmly becoming a fan of Bittorrent Sync.

4) System Monitor-because TOP is really scrolling too fast, I personally prefer an option-card GUI because it makes my eyes easier. Using GNOME's system monitor, I can quickly discover a runaway process and kill it easily without any effort. Unlike Terminal programs such as TOP, I can view my CPU, memory, and disk usage in a graphical manner in real time. As a person with normal vision, it is difficult to find a better way to show how much space I have than to use a bar chart. Of course, this also applies to the monitoring of other real-time resource usage.

5) PulseAudioControl-every day, I always need to move back and forth between multiple sound devices. Sometimes I need to set one of them as the default device, but then I may switch the audio from Firefox completely to another device. Because I want to control as many audios as possible, then I find that PulseAudioControl is an invaluable tool.

Some other software

In this section, I will share my usage, but it may not necessarily be an application that is used every day. Many of these applications are open-source and some are not, but they are very valuable to me.

6) Skype-whether it is to dial in Jupiter Broadcasting to listen to the podcast hosted by the client every week, or simply contact a business, Skype witnessed the development history of internet video conferences. After testing countless alternatives, I always find myself returning to Skype. Even if there are really great open-source options like Ekiga and Jitsi, Skype is always with everyone at the end-switching to Skype is a very lucky thing.

7) Kdenlive-I use two different video editors. When I want to process a video editing project that requires a large number of edits, kdenlive is a tool I use to synthesize images and edit large and complex videos. I have successfully edited six clips in Kdenlive, but the same load has already caused other video editing software to crash.

8) OpenShot-in most cases, I will use OpenShot as the preferred weapon for video editing tasks. Quick editing and two clips track work areas allow you to operate smoothly and easily. I also found that it provides amazing and unparalleled special effects. The title Effects and superb video transfer effects make OpenShot an amazing video production software on my own video project.

9) SpiderOak-after using numerous cloud backup services for so many years, SpiderOak has become my favorite. It is easy to install and use. I like the incremental options it provides and it is so easy to use. You only need to set it once and don't worry about it any more. Then, SpiderOak will start your file handling task.

10) Dropbox-I have been intertwined with Dropbox for many years. Despite its cross-platform feature, which means that I can access files from any location, I slowly find myself less and less dependent on this cloud computing-based backup solution. Even so, it allows me to access files from any web browser, even from computers I don't often use, which makes it even harder to discard Dropbox.

11) Writer-since I used it in Windows OpenOffice for the first time, I have been using Writer. Today, I use LibreOffice's Writer to meet my needs. It can do everything a text processor can do. Now, it is fair to say that some proprietary office suites may provide additional functions that are not available in Writer, but all the features required by 99% of users are available in Writer. Personally, I will always be a LibreOffice Writer powder.

12) SimpleScreenRecorder-over the years, I have discovered that I have used SimpleScreenRecorder far more than other similar software. It supports the multi-monitor mode well, plus it can even capture videos of OpenGL-based applications. The easy-to-use and reliable SimpleScreenRecorder makes my work easier. I recommend it to students who only occasionally need it and are too reluctant to use other screen capture software.

13) SimpleScan-when I need to scan documents, I don't want to spend a lot of time on bloated programs. Simple Scan can do well in this regard. The smart SANE Scan database, Simple Scan will work well with any scanner or multi-functional integrated printer/scanner on the market. Another advantage is that it will be set to the optimal resolution. Of course, you can also easily adjust any settings you need manually.

14) Baobab (disk usage analyzer)-I keep hearing about how hard disk prices have fallen. This may be true, but the reality is that I am shy. This means that I need to make full use of all the hard disk space I can use. For this purpose, I use Baobab to observe the available space on my hard disk, it also intuitively shows which directory is encroaching on my valuable hard disk space.

Truly productive Software

Speaking of the software on which I am dependent, we really care about what tasks they can accomplish for us, not what their glorious titles and their licenses are. The legend of linux that does not require software has passed. Most jobs on most computers, except for a limited number of exceptions, can be easily done on linux desktops as I said.

Obviously there are some software that is essential to you, but it may not be necessary for me. What is the software you rely on? You can comment below and share the excellent software with our readers.

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